The Art of Parenting

The Art of Parenting

1. Be a Role Model

• Children watch more than they listen.
• Example: If you want your child to speak politely, make sure you always use words like please and thank you in front of them.

2. Praise Effort, Not Just Results

• Focus on hard work, not just success.
• Example: “I’m proud of how much time you spent practicing math,” instead of just saying, “You got full marks!”

3.Set Boundaries with Love

• Discipline is care, not punishment.
• Example: “You can’t play video games until homework is done — I want you to succeed in school.”

4.Encourage Curiosity

• Let them ask questions and explore.
• Example: If they ask, “Why is the sky blue?” don’t say “Because it is” — look it up together or explain in simple terms.

5.Create a Safe Space to Talk

• Listen without judgment.
• Example: If your teen says, “I made a mistake,” say, “Let’s talk about it,” rather than reacting with anger.

6.Spend Quality Time, Not Just Quantity

• Even 15 minutes of focused time matters.
• Example: A bedtime story, a quick game, or just chatting while walking — small moments build strong bonds.

7.Teach by Doing, Not Just Saying

• Children copy what they see.
• Example: Show how to handle stress calmly, instead of saying “Don’t shout” while shouting yourself.

8.Respect Their Feelings

• Validate emotions, even if you disagree.
• Example: “I see you’re upset because your toy broke. It’s okay to feel sad.”

9.Be Consistent

• Consistency builds trust and clarity.
• Example: If screen time is limited to 30 minutes a day, stick to it — no exceptions without reason.

10. Celebrate Small Wins

• Positive reinforcement builds confidence..
• Example: “You tied your shoelaces all by yourself — that’s awesome!”